August 23rd, 2027.  our founder, Sunny Akomu Akhigbe, completed the Chicago Triathlon. Swim .09 miles, cycling 26 miles, and running 6.4 miles to motivate youth in Nigeira and chicago and youth all over the world to make healthy lifestyle choices a priority.

 

Thank you, @supertri_ , for the opportunity to compete and represent Nigeria as a Nigerian athlete. This race was especially meaningful because it is my first competition since our nonprofit, @aboyandhisdream , was granted united nations ECOSOC Special Consultative Status.

 

I raced with a mission beyond myself: to empower and inspire the youth of Chicago and Nigeria to embrace physical fitness, healthy living, and wellness for all. 

 

This aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the vision of creating healthier communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

 

A special shoutout to the Vivi Foundation, whose important work focuses on fighting infant mortality and promoting prevention. 

 

Thank you to Farhat Salim, our amazing A Boy and His Dream Ambassador to the UN, for flying all the way from India to support me. Your presence meant so much! 

 

To my amazing wife Alexandria Akhigbe, my son, Jennifer, Don, Kim, Onni, Kelvin and all my family, friends, and supporters—thank you for believing in me, encouraging me, and standing with me every step of the way.

 

This race was bigger than me. It was about purpose, representation, health, and inspiring the next generation to dream bigger.  Nigeria to Chicago — one dream, one mission, one community at a time.